Sunderland condemn David Moyes’ actions as ‘wholly unacceptable’ but confirm they will NOT sack boss

Black Cats manager found himself in hot water after video footage emerged of him telling female reporter: 'You might get a slap'

By Toby Gannon

4th April 2017,3:25 pm

Updated: 7th April 2017,7:05 pm

SUNDERLAND have confirmed they will NOT sack David Moyes.

The Scot found himself in hot water this week when a video emerged of him telling a female reporter she “might get a slap” after taking offence to a question she asked following last month’s 0-0 draw with Burnley.

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But the club also believe the way the manner was dealt with means there is no need for further action.

A Sunderland statement reads: “Sunderland AFC would like to reiterate the actions taken following the Burnley game on March 18.

“The exchange between the manager and a BBC reporter was wholly unacceptable and such actions are not condoned or excused in any way.

“David recognised this immediately, proactively bringing the matter to the attention of the CEO and apologising to the reporter. The club also spoke with both a senior figure at the BBC and the reporter personally, expressing its profound regret over what had occurred.

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“The matter was treated with the utmost seriousness from the outset and the swift and decisive action taken by the club and the manager at the time ensured that it was resolved to the satisfaction of the reporter and the BBC, which was the priority.

“With both the BBC and the reporter agreeing that appropriate action had been taken at the time, the club continues to fully support David in his role as manager of Sunderland AFC.”